In the world of Absolum, adventurers are beckoned to face Zafari, a secret boss known as The Bandit Queen. Her rarity as a boss stems from the fact that players cannot encounter her during every run, making the challenge to find and defeat her quite special.
However, if you’re eager to confront Zafari, be prepared to pursue her treasure first. While it may initially seem elusive, it can be uncovered with the right guidance.
This comprehensive guide will detail the optimal route to reach Zafari, strategies for defeating her, and the rewards you’ll earn for overcoming this formidable foe. Although the confined battle space adds to the challenge, with the right preparation, victory is within reach.
Navigating Your Way to Zafari, The Bandit Queen
Your quest to confront Zafari begins immediately after you defeat The Underking. The route to her lair coincides with the path you took to conquer The Underking.
Begin by choosing the secret route in the initial area, moving towards the bottom right to break the boulder. This will lead you into a series of basic encounters before you face the Mushtroll boss, who will grant you an invaluable inspiration ability upon defeat.
After overcoming the Mushtroll, direct your path towards Gazorg by traversing the lower route at the camp. There, you can benefit from healing by smacking the fish in the waterfall.
Post-Gazorg, leap into the mists to receive a ritual upgrade. If you manage to hold onto 200 coins, you can also purchase an additional upgrade before proceeding to face The Underking.
Once aboard her ship, head towards the back where a locked door is situated between two staircases. You’ll need to break the lock to gain entry, at which point you can choose to either seize her treasure or leave it untouched.
Strategies for Defeating Zafari, The Bandit Queen
The primary difficulty of battling Zafari lies in the extremely close quarters of the arena. While she may not be as challenging as Azra, her combat capabilities should not be underestimated.
Her extensive sweeping attacks, combined with a formidable weapon, can make the tight space feel even more constricted. Fortunately, unlike some bosses, you can deal Punish damage against her effectively due to the arena’s confines.
Consider inviting a companion to help you; if you possess 50 coins, you can recruit one on the ship before engaging Zafari.
Phase One: Initial Confrontation
During the first phase, Zafari will employ large, sweeping swipes and swift dash attacks to close distances.While many of these can be deflected, some have a notable wind-up which could disrupt your timing.
To assist you, a video and table below outline her first phase mechanics.
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Attacks |
Descriptions |
Dodge, Deflect, or Clash |
|---|---|---|
|
Dash Slice |
Zafari dashes towards you or an NPC before executing a slice attack. |
Deflect or Clash |
|
Spin Move |
She leaps to one side while spinning her weapon, dealing continuous damage to anyone in range, and then busts you across the arena. |
Dodge or Run |
Phase Two: Increased Intensity
In the second phase, her attack strength increases, allowing her to strike harder and more frequently. Stay vigilant, as she will continue her aggressive assault even when you attempt to stun her.
In this phase, Zafari introduces one new skill; if your build is effective, you can deplete her health quickly due to her heightened aggression. Consult the accompanying video and table below for details on her new attack.
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Attacks |
Descriptions |
Dodge, Deflect, or Clash |
|---|---|---|
|
Power Move |
Zafari pauses, powers up her dual-sided weapon, then charges forward with a lethal slice followed by an overhead strike. This attack deals significant damage, so be cautious. |
Deflect or Clash |
Be sure to refrain from picking up any food items on the ground until the battle commences or concludes, as they can provide valuable sustenance if she inflicts damage.
Rewards for Defeating Zafari, The Bandit Queen
Defeating Zafari not only grants you a powerful inspiration ability, but you will also receive a significant amount of gold, contingent on your Luck stat, and numerous healing items. These rewards will greatly enhance your journey into Yeldrim or Jaroba.
Moreover, the victory allows you to unlock Zafari’s stories, providing rich insights and background on the game’s universe and its characters. Some of this information may even guide you to additional secrets—so pay close attention to her dialogue.
It’s worth noting that after defeating her once, the entrance to her room will be barred in subsequent runs. Even if you offer her 500 coins, a random time must elapse before you can access her cabin again for another encounter.
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